Mission Terrace & Outer Mission Homes for Sale

San Francisco Neighborhoods · Southeast

Mission Terrace, the Outer Mission & Cayuga Homes

A trio of close-knit, value-driven neighborhoods along the city’s southern Mission Street — well-kept homes, deep Latino-Asian food culture, and Balboa Park BART right at hand.

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PRIMAVERA REALTY · SAN FRANCISCOMission Terrace, the Outer Mission & CayugaMission Terrace, the Outer Mission, and the Cayuga district form a cluster of quiet,…

Living in Mission Terrace & the Outer Mission

Mission Terrace, the Outer Mission, and the Cayuga district form a cluster of quiet, well-kept residential neighborhoods along the southern reach of Mission Street, between the Excelsior and Balboa Park. They’re known for their tidy single-family homes — many Mediterranean and Marina-style — on a gentle grid, strong community feel, and excellent value relative to the central city. Mission Terrace sits around the Balboa Park station and the Cayuga corridor; the Outer Mission runs down Mission Street toward Daly City; and the Cayuga pocket lines Cayuga Avenue near the park.

Residents enjoy a deeply local commercial scene — Latin-American taquerías, pupuserías, Asian eateries, and corner markets along Mission Street and Geneva Avenue — plus outstanding transit at the Balboa Park BART/Muni hub.

Market Snapshot

$900K–$1.5M+
Typical Home Range
Value
Entry Point
SFRs
Dominant Type
Steady
Buyer Demand

These neighborhoods offer some of the better single-family value in San Francisco, with most homes roughly $900K to $1.5M+ and larger or remodeled homes higher (as of mid-2026). They’re popular with first-time buyers and families — the only reliable number is a valuation for your specific home. Ask us for one.

Value here turns on block, lot, condition, and proximity to BART and Mission Street. The Primavera team can provide a precise, hands-on valuation.

Sold by Primavera in & Around Mission Terrace

Just a few of the many homes we’ve sold here — ask us for the full list.

The Primavera team has closed a number of sales right around Mission Terrace and the Excelsior border — including homes on Lisbon, Oneida, Madrid, Valmar, and Newton. Because these sit on the Excelsior boundary, we’ve itemized them, with recent sold prices, on our Excelsior neighborhood page.

See our Excelsior “Sold by Primavera” comps →

Mission Terrace & Outer Mission, mapped

The real neighborhood outline, with local favorites and green spaces.

PRIMAVERA REALTY · SAN FRANCISCOBalboa ParkCayuga PlaygroundMcLaren Park (nearby)Pupuseria MetapanThe Dark Horse InnThe Broken Record★ Beatrice’s favorites  ● parks & open spaceMission Terrace & Outer Mission

Eat & Drink on Mission Street & Geneva

  • Pupuseria Metapan
    A neighborhood favorite for Salvadoran pupusas on Mission Street · 4769 Mission St
    Map · Yelp
  • The Dark Horse Inn
    A casual neighborhood gastropub with a deep local beer list and American comfort food · 942 Geneva Ave
    Map · Yelp
  • The Broken Record
    A beloved bar with a big patio, Sunday brunch, and a famously eclectic menu · 1168 Geneva Ave
    Map · Yelp
  • The Mission Street & Excelsior corridor
    Taquerías, pupuserías, Asian eateries, bakeries, and markets continue up Mission Street into the Excelsior
    Excelsior guide · Map
Verified via Yelp and Google Maps as of June 2026; refreshed quarterly.

Parks & Open Space

  • Balboa Park
    A large park with sports fields, a pool, tennis courts, and a playground next to the Balboa Park station · San Jose Ave & Ocean Ave
    Map
  • Cayuga Playground
    A neighborhood park and playground famous for its hand-carved folk-art sculptures · Cayuga Ave & Naglee Ave
    Map
  • McLaren Park (nearby)
    The city’s second-largest park, just to the east with trails and lakes
    Map

Getting Around

The Balboa Park station — a major BART and Muni Metro hub — anchors the area, giving residents fast, direct rides downtown, to the airport, and across the Bay. Mission Street bus lines and quick I-280 access round out one of the best-connected corners of the southern city.

Neighboring Neighborhoods

Fun Facts

  • Cayuga Playground was famous for hundreds of hand-carved folk-art sculptures created by a longtime city gardener.
  • The Balboa Park station is one of the few spots in the city where BART and Muni Metro meet directly.
  • The Outer Mission runs all the way down Mission Street to the Daly City line.
  • These neighborhoods are among the most diverse and family-oriented in San Francisco.

Mission Terrace & Outer Mission: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average home price in Mission Terrace or the Outer Mission?

Most single-family homes run roughly $900K to $1.5M+, with larger or remodeled homes higher. A personalized valuation is the best way to price a specific home.

What’s the difference between Mission Terrace, the Outer Mission, and Cayuga?

They’re adjacent pockets along southern Mission Street: Mission Terrace sits around the Balboa Park station; the Outer Mission runs down Mission Street toward Daly City; and Cayuga lines Cayuga Avenue near Balboa Park. All are quiet, value-driven, and well-connected.

Who is the best realtor for this area?

The Primavera Realty team — Beatrice and Vera Kopilenko — has sold many homes in and around the Excelsior and Mission Terrace and can value a home here precisely. Reach out for a no-obligation consultation.

Own a home here? Curious what it’s worth?

Get a real, personalized valuation from a team that knows the southern Mission corridor — not an automated guess.

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Beatrice & Vera Kopilenko · Primavera Realty

Call: 415.407.5324  ·  Email: info@primaverarealty.com

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